Author: jarockymountain

December 2, 2016

Why do we call it “giving back”?

When our boys were young, one of their favorite “hobbies,” especially around the holidays, was “borrowing” each other’s toys. Even after all these years, I can still hear their voices...

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JA celebrates Shawn Barker: DBJ Corporate Citizen of the Year

Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain (JA) Board Member Shawn Barker is one of five Denver-area executives recognized by the Denver Business Journal (DBJ) in November as a Corporate Citizen of the Year....

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November 28, 2016

JA Finance Park and Kids for Colorado Gives teach the value of philanthropy

Students at JA Finance Park plan their household budgets with the help of a JA volunteer For more than five years, the Community First Foundation and JA-Rocky Mountain have partnered...

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Northern Colorado JA Stock Market Challenge

Teams from 11 Northern Colorado high schools competed in the JA Stock Market Challenge More than 550 students from 11 area high schools competed in the Northern Colorado JA Stock...

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FirstBank demonstrates community commitment and leadership

As the largest locally-owned bank in Colorado and a leading corporate citizen, FirstBank plays a crucial role in the economic health and civic vitality of our state. Whether providing innovative...

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November 22, 2016

Spencer family first to name JA Inspiration Scholarship

Bob and Joyce Spencer embody the old saying “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”  In 2005, they helped launch the JA Inspiration Scholarship Program, and they...

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November 15, 2016

12th Annual JA Stock Market Challenge Corporate Event

Jodi Rolland, Colorado State and Denver Market President for Bank of America, presents the trophy to the winning team from SM Energy The JA Stock Market Challenge corporate event, presented...

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The JA Stock Market Challenge is an Investment in the Economic Futures of 1,300 High School Students

Students from 38 high schools competed in this year's JA Stock Market Challenge Students from 38 Colorado high schools converged to compete at 2016 JA Stock Market Challenge, presented by...

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November 10, 2016

Hall of Fame

The Colorado Business Hall of Fame is a black tie event that provides Junior Achievement and the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce with the opportunity to recognize our state’s most...

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